TOFEDU: The Future of Education Journal
Vol 5 No 2 (2026): Continued

The Strategy of Developing Kambang Iwak in Palembang Tourism Object as Tourist Destination in Palembang City

Novita Sari (Institut Teknologi dan Bisnis Bina Sriwijaya Palembang)
Nurlista Iryanti (Institut Teknologi dan Bisnis Bina Sriwijaya Palembang)
Nyimas Maynisa Aulia (Institut Teknologi dan Bisnis Bina Sriwijaya Palembang)



Article Info

Publish Date
29 May 2026

Abstract

Kambang Iwak is one of the city parks with great potential to be developed as a tourist destination in Palembang City. As one of the most visited public spaces in Palembang, Kambang Iwak has the potential to become an attractive tourist destination for local and international visitors. This study aims to analyze the strategy for developing Kambang Iwak as a tourist destination in Palembang by utilizing its existing potential. The research was conducted from July to August 2025. Using a qualitative method with a Supriyono approach. The Supriyono approach was used because it provides a systematic framework for analyzing tourism development strategies, identifying local potentials, and understanding the relationship between management, community participation, and tourism sustainability. Data were collected through three main activities: (1) direct field observations, (2) interviews with relevant parties such as vendors, tourists, and managers, and (3) documentation of activities around  Kambang Iwak. The collected data were analyzed using qualitative methods to understand the effective strategies that can be applied in developing Kambang Iwak as an attractive destination for both local and international tourists. Based on the research results, development strategies focus on improving facilities, promoting tourism, and sustainable environmental management. By enhancing infrastructure, improving service quality, and promoting local attractions, Kambang Iwak is expected to become a more competitive and tourist-friendly destination.

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Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Other

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TOFEDU Journal is a scientific journal related to research results, conceptual studies, critical/comprehensive studies in the field of education. The results of the work of the researchers are expected to make a positive contribution in the field of education in order to achieve equitable, inclusive ...